A Life Debt Repaid novel (John and Cordy) novel Chapter 1222

"Zoe…" Jay suddenly spoke outside.

Zoe's heart skipped a beat.

Even though they had been together for a while now, her heart would still race when he said her name so tenderly.

"I'm very nervous now," he said. "I'm even more tense and excited than when I was giving my acceptance speech for being awarded the best director."

Zoe's heart kept racing, with her feeling ever so slightly guilty and wondering if she had really put Jay in an awkward position.

"I didn't want to drag things out—I'm worried I'd delay our wedding too, and heaven knows how long I've been waiting for this moment."

As Jay spoke quietly outside, it was obvious he was working very hard to keep his own voice calm. "I've been planning this wedding for so long and was looking forward to this ever since we had our marriage registered. I wanted to give you an unforgettable wedding, and not just to do it while Johnny was having his. I prepared this with all my heart."

Zoe nodded silently—she certainly knew, because she was not as free spirited or ignorant as everyone would believe. While Jay had been away from home lately—even getting sneaky—she knew he was busy with their wedding.

"You wanted me to sweet-talk you, and I suppose you want me to say some mushy stuff?" Jay asked Zoe then.

Before she could respond, however, he continued, "I'm not really good with that. I've directed plenty of romantic dramas and TV series, but I'm really bad at it—I have no idea what I should say to please you."

Zoe decided then that she loved that man and everything about it.

It was just a slight pity, but it was pointless—she knew that he loved her too, and that was enough.

"Well, I'll say it anyway," Jay said then.